The Hotel Wellington is an exclusive five-star hotel located in one of the most chic areas of Madrid. Opened in 1952 and decorated under the French influence of the nineteenth century, this elegant building offers you the most unforgettable nights, either staying within its emblematic walls or enjoying the candlelight concerts of Candlelight.
It is protected within the architectural heritage of Madrid and is located on the famous Velázquez street, in the Salamanca district. A prestigious location very close to the Retiro Park and Puerta de Alcalá, which you can easily reach if you get off at the metro stops Príncipe de Vergara, Retiro or Velázquez.
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Facts, curiosities and interesting things about the Wellington Hotel
1. It is home to the largest urban vegetable garden in the world.
Just as you read it. Right in the center and at a height of more than 30 meters, is the largest urban garden in the world. 14 plots of organic crops are located on the rooftop of this magnificent hotel, where vineyards, fruit trees and numerous vegetables enjoy exceptional conditions thanks to the proximity of the Retiro Park.
2. Hosted guests at the royal wedding of the King and Queen of Spain.
The Royal House decided that the guests at the royal wedding of the now King and Queen of Spain, held on that rainy May 22, 2005, would stay at the Wellington Hotel. A luxurious location of reference in the capital that not only provided its glamorous rooms, but also professionals who developed the wedding banquet in the Royal Palace of Madrid.
3. Celebrities such as Matt Damon or Mel Gibson have passed through here.
Throughout its 70 years of history, it has hosted numerous international personalities and celebrities. Among the long list we can find, among others, the names of the actors Matt Damon, Adrien Brody, John Malkovich, Mel Gibson and Gene Kelly; the writers Ernest Hemingway and Paul Aster or the former French President Nicolas Sarkozy.
Candlelight Concerts at the Wellington Hotel
Candlelight, the Candlelight concert series, offers you a unique and exclusive look at the repertoire of the greatest artists in musical history. And not just anywhere, but in some of the best locations in Madrid, among which is the Wellington Hotel, the protagonist of this article and stage of the tributes to Metallica, Vivaldi or The Beatles. Don’t think twice and rediscover your favorite songs in their most classic format.
What else can you do at the Wellington Hotel?
There are several plans that await you at this five-star venue. For starters, you can escape the sweltering heat of Madrid in its outdoor pool, where in addition to cooling off with a swim, you can also order a cocktail or relax in one of its loungers.
Likewise, the hotel has three restaurants, two bars and its famous “Brunch at the Wellington” to delight you with the finest cuisine under the direction of renowned chefs such as Javier Librero and Ricardo Sanz.
The Wellington Hotel, one of the most historic hotels in the capital, will be bathed in the magical glow of candlelight. A building as luxurious as it is iconic that you will now be able to admire in its maximum splendor thanks to the worldwide phenomenon of classical and contemporary music concerts by candlelight, Candlelight.